About Dimapur

Nagaland

Overview

Dimapur is Nagaland's largest city and its only plains town, serving as the commercial gateway to the state with the only airport and railway station. The ancient Kachari ruins, a mysterious field of carved stone stumps, are the city's most notable archaeological attraction.

Best Time to Visit Dimapur

Plan your trip around the right season

Oct-AprBest Window

Why visit

Gateway to Nagaland with the most comfortable weather. Good base for Kohima and Hornbill Festival visits in November-December.

Keep in mind

Hornbill Festival period fills Dimapur accommodation - book well ahead for December.

May-Jun

Why visit

Pre-monsoon, mornings are still manageable for town exploration.

Keep in mind

Hot and humid. Nagaland foothills climate is uncomfortable before rains.

Jul-Sep

Why visit

Surrounding hills are lush and green.

Keep in mind

Heavy Nagaland monsoon. Hill roads and ghat sections toward Kohima can be affected by landslides.

How to Reach Dimapur

Intercity connectivity and travel options

Dimapur airport (DMU) has flights from Kolkata, Delhi, and Guwahati. Dimapur railway station on the Assam main line. NH29 connects Dimapur to Kohima and Imphal.

Getting Around Dimapur

Local transport and practical tips

Local transport

Autos and shared taxis within Dimapur. Shared Sumos for Kohima (~74 km). App cabs have limited availability.